Cost of Living in Ruthven, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.2
100 = national avg
-17.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,167
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,485
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.1
Food94.9
Transportation89.8
Healthcare95.9
Utilities89.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$700
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ruthven is 82.2, which is 17.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,167 per year to cover basic expenses.